Teenage Girl Dies in Shark Attack at Popular Australian Beach
A teenage girl has tragically lost her life after a shark attack while swimming off a popular tourist beach on Australia’s east coast.
Authorities confirmed the incident occurred at Woorim Beach, located on Bribie Island, around 80 kilometers (50 miles) north of Brisbane. Emergency services were called to the scene at 5 p.m. local time on Monday, responding to reports of a serious shark bite.
According to Queensland state police, the swimmer, a female, was attacked by a shark while in the water. Despite efforts to save her, she sustained life-threatening injuries and later succumbed to them. The victim’s identity has not been officially disclosed, but Australian media have reported that she was a 17-year-old girl.
Locals were shocked by the attack, especially considering that Woorim Beach is a popular spot for swimming groups. Resident Christopher Potter remarked, “It’s known that there are a lot of sharks around Bribie, but this close to shore, it’s still a shock,” speaking to ABC News.
The tragic incident has sent ripples through the community, raising concerns about shark sightings near popular tourist destinations.
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